Kenya is considering a ban on cashless payments for routine consumer transactions under a new amendment to the Central Bank of Kenya Bill 2025. The change will make it mandatory for businesses to accept physical cash for payments below Ksh100,000 ($775). This measure is designed to guarantee that all individuals including those who may lack…...
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Cashless transactions face ban in Kenya if new bill passes
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